TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [어휘] 1–5 (1/18/2026) – kali muscle

정답: B. 근육

How to solve: Kali Muscle is known as a bodybuilder. Therefore, the word that best describes him in relation to his body is '근육' (muscle). The sentence means 'Kali Muscle has a lot of ( ).'

A — 돈 (money) is not the primary characteristic of Kali Muscle's physique.

B — 근육 (muscle) is directly related to bodybuilding and Kali Muscle's image.

C — 시간 (time) does not fit the context of describing his physical appearance.

D — 생각 (thought) does not fit the context of describing his physical appearance.

정답: C. 운동

How to solve: Kali Muscle is a bodybuilder and fitness influencer. Therefore, he diligently performs '운동' (exercise) every day. The sentence means 'Kali Muscle diligently does ( ) every day.'

A — 공부 (study) is not his main activity.

B — 여행 (travel) is not his daily routine for maintaining his physique.

C — 운동 (exercise) is his primary activity as a bodybuilder.

D — 쇼핑 (shopping) is not his main activity.

정답: B. 건강

How to solve: Given that Kali Muscle is a fitness personality, he promotes and lives a '건강한' (healthy) lifestyle. '건강' is the noun form, and '건강한' is the adjective form needed here. The sentence means 'Kali Muscle likes a ( ) life.'

A — 슬픈 (sad) does not fit the positive context of a fitness lifestyle.

B — 건강한 (healthy) fits perfectly with his image and profession.

C — 바쁜 (busy) might be true, but 'healthy' is a better fit for his core message.

D — 피곤한 (tired) does not describe a desirable lifestyle.

정답: C. 강한

How to solve: As a bodybuilder, Kali Muscle is known for his great strength. Therefore, '강한' (strong) is the appropriate adjective to describe his strength. The sentence means 'Kali Muscle has very ( ) strength.'

A — 작은 (small) is the opposite of what a bodybuilder possesses.

B — 약한 (weak) is the opposite of what a bodybuilder possesses.

C — 강한 (strong) accurately describes the strength of a bodybuilder.

D — 쉬운 (easy) does not describe strength.

정답: B. 단백질

How to solve: To build muscle ('몸을 키우다'), bodybuilders typically consume a high amount of '단백질' (protein). The sentence means 'Kali Muscle eats a lot of ( ) to build his body.'

A — 야채 (vegetables) are healthy but not the primary nutrient for muscle building compared to protein.

B — 단백질 (protein) is essential for muscle growth and repair.

C — 설탕 (sugar) is generally limited in a bodybuilder's diet.

D — 과자 (snacks/cookies) are usually considered unhealthy for muscle building.